Welcome to the MKE With Kids Events Calendar — your go-to guide for family-friendly events in the Milwaukee area. From free storytimes and hands-on workshops to can’t-miss festivals and seasonal celebrations, we round up the best local happenings for kids and families all in one place.
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The nation’s largest live bracket-style painting tournament is coming back to The Village of Wauwatosa for the 5th year! June 5th 5–8pm June 6th 10am-4:30pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAMES OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! WHETHER YOU'RE... BUYING A TICKET PACKAGE WITH FREE GIFTS, LOOKING TO HAVE A PARTY OR GROUP OUTING, SCHEDULING A SHOWCASE OR FUNDRAISER, OR LOOKING FOR A PRO BASEBALL GAME THAT'S UDDERLY DIFFERENT A MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAME IS THE PLACE TO BE! Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
The 2026 season is full of excitement and opportunities to make lasting memories when you bring the family to a game. As we celebrate our 5th season of DockHounds baseball, we are offering special themes throughout the season that will be sure to amplify your summer. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Leash up and lace up for Discover Brookfield’s 2026 Dog, Dash, Discover 5K Run/Walk bringing dogs and their humans together for a morning of movement, community, and tail-wagging fun at The Corners […]
Description The Tosa Farmers Market is a vibrant, community-centered open-air market held each Saturday from early June through mid-October in the heart of the Village of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. As a not-for-profit organization, the market supports local agriculture, food producers, and artisans while fostering community connection and sustainability. Each week, more than 50 local farmers and […]
AN OPEN-AIR MARKET IN THE HEART OF TOSA For over 10 years, we've been supporting local farmers, food producers and artisans, & creating a more sustainable community. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
Blum Fundraiser Supporting Margie's Smile: Weekend of June 6th and 7th at Bluemel's (4930 W Loomis Rd, Greenfield). A portion of all proceeds from the garden center and Blum cafe will be donated to Margie's Smile. Come shop for your garden, play at the playground, and enjoy delicious food & drinks all while supporting Margie's Garden! Please […]
Come join Brewers Alumni, local high school baseball athletes, and experienced baseball coaches for a fun-filled day of engaging, skill-building activities—plus the chance to take photos with mascots—designed for children […]
Weekend Artventures Drop in Sat & Sun, 9–Noon (Sept.-May) for hands-on fun for kids! Summer Pop-ups Drop in 9–Noon June 6, July 18 & August 15 Create. Play. Explore. Every […]
Celebrate Bike Week with Northwest Side Community Development Corporation (NWSCDC) and several partners on the 9th Annual Promise Zone Bike Ride through Milwaukee’s 30th Street Industrial Corridor! The slow-paced, roughly 6-mile […]
Take a journey back over 100 years along the 7-mile East Troy Electric Railroad! Ride one of over 15 operating historic electric trolley cars along rails dating to 1907 between East Troy and Mukwonago, Wisconsin! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website […]
Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 […]
Let your imagination bloom! Join us at the East Branch Summer Reading kick-off event. Sign up for summer reading and participate in garden-related crafts and activities. Please note: Dates and […]
See more than 20 robotic creatures with sound and movement, plus photo ops and interactive climbable structures. A limited number of trading card packs are available daily. Collect all of the cards with repeat visits throughout the summer! Powerful Pollinators is located outdoors near Wild Burger and is open daily during Zoo hours. Please note: […]
Learn about how the Wildlife in Need Center works to rehabilitate local Wisconsin wildlife! You’ll have the chance to meet one of WINC’s “Animal...
Spring is the best time to see beautiful wildflowers bloom. In this child/adult pair program, join Environmental Educator Alison Schrad in hiking the trails to learn about different wildflower species […]
Discover the joy of group rides on Milwaukee County’s best trails and bike paths! Rides originate at different locations all around the county every Saturday (excluding holidays) from mid-April through the […]
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am 11:00 am 12:00 pm Turtles and snakes are some of the most fascinating creatures on the planet. Join our team for an adventure in our Great Lakes Future exhibit as you meet the animal ambassadors that call Discovery World home and gain a better understanding of our friendly […]
Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
Fairy and pollinator-themed games, crafts, and nature activities… plus meet our special guest Mermaid Echo, a mermaid who loves fish and freshwater science so much that she’d love to teach […]
The G-Scale Garden Railroad is a permanent display and is available to view in our House of Blooms greenhouse whenever we are open. It operates, with multiple trains running, on […]
Harley‑Davidson Museum Exhibits in Action brings the galleries to life through interactive, hands‑on activities designed to spark curiosity and turn every visit into an adventure. Guests are invited to explore […]
Join us at the King Center on June 6th, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to celebrate our 50th anniversary! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
The nation’s largest live bracket-style painting tournament is coming back to The Village of Wauwatosa for the 5th year! June 5th 5–8pm June 6th 10am-4:30pm Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to confirm the latest details.
Rainforest & Butterflies: May 7-June 6, 2026 This Greatest Hit takes visitors to the tropics to celebrate two of MPM’s groundbreaking and immersive exhibits, Rainforest and Puelicher Butterfly Vivarium, which showcase some of the planet’s most beautiful biodiversity—using recreated and real specimens. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may […]
PADDLES & POPS Join Forward Outdoor on Saturday, June 6 for our Grand Opening celebration at the Dock at Discovery World! Enjoy $10 boats, free popsicles starting at 1 PM […]
Reel Movies for Real Needs A Sensory-Friendly Environment for Families and Individuals to Enjoy Hollywood's Latest Movies! Reel Movies for Real Needs, a year-round sensory-friendly moviegoing environment at select Marcus Theatres At Marcus Theatres, we believe everyone should enjoy the magic of movies on the big screen. According to the National Institute of Health, up to 16.5% […]
Every Saturday morning, join us in the galleries to hear a story and make art together. Meet in Windhover Hall near the admission desks at 10:30 a.m. and travel with […]
Stories and a fun letter craft help build pre-reading and fine motor skills to support early literacy. This interactive program focuses on letter recognition. Each week, learn all about a new letter! Ages 4-6. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check the event website to […]
NOW SHOWING AT THE DANIEL M. SOREF THEATER AND PLANETARIUM Check out the Planetarium programs and giant films playing daily. Now through June 12, 2026 (Wednesdays through Mondays) 10:30 a.m. Wisconsin Stargazing 11:10 a.m. Serengeti: Journey to the Heart of Africa 12:10 p.m. A to Z Astronomy! 12:50 p.m. Ocean Odyssey 1:50 p.m. Wisconsin Stargazing […]
Story Time 11:00 AM – 11:15 AM Join us for a story time! We will be reading one of our favorite stories every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. RSVP encouraged but not required. We hope to see you there! Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, and occasionally events may be cancelled. Please check […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. Monday-Friday: 4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Get ready to DANCE, DANCE, DANCE, DANCE, with Kid Boogie Down brings the Dance Party to Bayshore in the YARD for Summer 2026. Throughout the event, little dancers will groove […]
AFTERNOON TEA The Pfister's Afternoon Tea experience is held in Blu on the 23rd floor, boasting panoramic views of Milwaukee and Lake Michigan. Guests enjoy a tableside tea blending presented by a Pfister Tea Butler, while learning about the tea. The Afternoon Tea menu is complete with fresh scones, sandwiches, and pastries. Wednesdays - Sundays, Seating Times: […]
PASS ME A PINT TOUR June 3-21 Cooper Park June 24 – July 13 Lake Park July 15 – August 2 Doctor’s Park August 5-16 Gordon Park September 12 + 13 Trimborn Farm ROLL OUT THE BARREL TOUR May 13-25 Wilson Park May 27 – June 14 McCarty Park June 17 – July 6 Grant […]
June Planetarium Programs Wednesday 6/3 at 11:00am - It’s About Time: Cosmic Cycles We Live By- $5.00/person Wednesday 6/10 at 11:00am - Max Goes to the Moon - $5.00/person Wednesday 6/17 at 11:00am - Mysteries of Your Brain- $5.00/person Wednesday 6/24 at 11:00am - DinoSoars! Change Over Time- $5.00/person SATURDAY SHOWS 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, […]
Have you ever wondered what a year in the life of a raptor looks like? Wonder no more, as our live birds fly you through each season– from surviving freezing winters, to spring nest building, to the perilous and long migration journeys many embark on. Join us for a year in the life! Please note: […]
Dive in! Come out to celebrate summer and swim. Our pool is heated to a perfect 80 degrees, so no matter what Mother Nature decides the temperature will be, TOSA Pool will be ready for you to kick off summer. Admission is $12 and kids under 2 are free. Please note: Dates and times are […]
Learn to play ultimate frisbee from the pros on the Milwaukee Monarchs! This free clinic is intended for kids in elementary school. Come practice the basics of throwing, catching, and […]
Little Nature Museum Come and visit the Little Nature Museum and see animals native to Wisconsin, including tree frogs, several species of turtles, snakes, many birds and even a hawk. Monday-Friday: 4-5 p.m. Saturday & Sunday: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. & 3-4 p.m. Attendance is FREE! Please note: Dates and times are subject to […]
Casual, accessible and fun group ride from Dream Bikes to Zocalo Food Truck Park. 5.47 Miles from Dream Bikes over to the lake front, down the lake, and back through […]
Families can enjoy the Museum experience in a calmer, quieter space during these special evening sessions on the first Saturday of every month from 5-7 p.m. These sessions provide access to the museum in a reduced-stimulus environment with lower noise levels and a calmer atmosphere. The goal is to make exhibits more accessible for visitors […]
The Milwaukee Monarchs are a professional women's ultimate frisbee team that plays in the Premier Ultimate League. Join us in this regular season finale game as the Milwaukee Monarchs play […]
Join us as we kick off summer with a warm, adventure-filled evening at the HAWS Schallock Center for Animals! Tales by the Fire: Summer Kickoff is the perfect seasonal celebration […]
MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAMES OFFER SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! WHETHER YOU'RE... BUYING A TICKET PACKAGE WITH FREE GIFTS, LOOKING TO HAVE A PARTY OR GROUP OUTING, SCHEDULING A SHOWCASE OR FUNDRAISER, OR LOOKING FOR A PRO BASEBALL GAME THAT'S UDDERLY DIFFERENT A MILWAUKEE MILKMEN GAME IS THE PLACE TO BE! Please note: Dates and times are subject […]
The 2026 season is full of excitement and opportunities to make lasting memories when you bring the family to a game. As we celebrate our 5th season of DockHounds baseball, we are offering special themes throughout the season that will be sure to amplify your summer. Please note: Dates and times are subject to change, […]
Blum Fundraiser Supporting Margie's Smile: Weekend of June 6th and 7th at Bluemel's (4930 W Loomis Rd, Greenfield). A portion of all proceeds from the garden center and Blum cafe will be donated to Margie's Smile. Come shop for your garden, play at the playground, and enjoy delicious food & drinks all while supporting Margie's Garden! Please […]
June Planetarium Programs Wednesday 6/3 at 11:00am - It’s About Time: Cosmic Cycles We Live By- $5.00/person Wednesday 6/10 at 11:00am - Max Goes to the Moon - $5.00/person Wednesday 6/17 at 11:00am - Mysteries of Your Brain- $5.00/person Wednesday 6/24 at 11:00am - DinoSoars! Change Over Time- $5.00/person SATURDAY SHOWS 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, […]
Kohl’s Design It! Lab Open Saturdays & Sundays 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Bring the whole family to the Kohl’s Design It! Lab to make wonderfully creative projects that you can take home. You’ll choose a project from our rotating menu and we’ll guide you through the creation process. Projects can take anywhere from 5-20 […]
Want to share an event? Submit it here for consideration.